NEET BIOLOGY

PLANT PHYSIOLOGY

PLANT GROWTH

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the outer layer of cells in a leaf is called?
A
stomata
B
epidermis
C
chloroplasts
D
xylem
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The epidermis is the outermost layer of the leaf. It covers the upper and lower surfaces of the leaf, thus, forming two epidermal layers: the upper epidermis and the lower epidermis.

Detailed explanation-2: -Epidermis: A single layer of cells that covers all parts of a plant. Plants leaves contain an upper epidermis which is located on the upper side of the leaf and a lower epidermis located on the underside of the leaf.

Detailed explanation-3: -The epidermis (from the Greek , meaning “over-skin") is a single layer of cells that covers the leaves, flowers, roots and stems of plants. It forms a boundary between the plant and the external environment.

Detailed explanation-4: -The dermal system itself consists of a layer of tightly packed cells called the epidermis. On most plant stems and leaves, the epidermis is covered with a waxy coating called the cuticle, which helps prevent water loss through the epidermis.

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